Ladera Elementary vs Myford Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ladera Elementary
Tustin · Public elementary · Grades K–5
345 students
Myford Elementary
Irvine · Public elementary · Grades K–5
542 students
| Measure | Ladera Elementary Tustin, California | Myford Elementary Irvine, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #729 of 5,693 | #692 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #10195 of 50,301 | #9735 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 345 | 542 |
| Enrollment | 345 | 542 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.5% | 38.2% |
| Students per teacher | 26.5 | 27.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 76% |
| city | Tustin | Irvine |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (71.6 vs 72.3).
- •Myford Elementary does better on math proficiency (76% vs 72%).
- •Myford Elementary does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 72%).
- •Ladera Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.5% vs 38.2%).
- •Ladera Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.5 vs 27.1).
- •Myford Elementary is the larger school with 542 students compared with 345.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ladera Elementary better than Myford Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ladera Elementary and Myford Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Tustin and Irvine in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ladera Elementary: 345. Myford Elementary: 542. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ladera Elementary and Myford Elementary rank in California?
Ladera Elementary is 729th of 5,693 and Myford Elementary is 692nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).